Would I be a good candidate for liposuction? (photos)

I had smart lipo done 3 years ago and I'm still really unhappy with my upper abdomen! I just want to make the decision this time around as I felt smart lipo wasn't at all! I have lost 12 lbs since the procedure.

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Secondary Liposuction

November 14th, 2016

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It is hard to tell without an examination. However, patients can have secondary liposuction surgery if residual lipodystrophy exists. As my colleagues here have stated, you should seek the opinion of a board certified plastic surgeon with examples of his work to show you.

Liposuction

November 7th, 2016

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Thank you for your question along with your photos. Since liposuction only removes fat, it does not remove excess skin, patients should have good skin elasticity to get their best results. If their skin is already loose or sagging, a lift surgery may be added to the liposuction for your best results. Seek a board certified plastic surgeon for an in person consultation to see what procedures need to be done to get your best results.

Liposuction Pictures

Liposculpture

November 7th, 2016

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Thank you for your question and for sharing appropriate pictures. You do seem to be a good candidate for liposuction revision. This procedure will help contour your waistline and add definition. Make sure that you're working with a board certified plastic surgeon for precise recommendations and to meet your goals.

Candidate for Liposuction

November 7th, 2016

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Hello and thank you for your question. You would be an good candidate for liposuction of the abdomen and flank. Smart lipo in the hands of a board certified, experienced plastic surgeon can deliver excellent contour results and skin tightening. A consultation with a plastic surgeon will be the only way to find out what type of liposuction is best for you.

Revision Liposuction

November 6th, 2016

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You need a direct examination to determine if the areas of excess can be reduced well with further liposuction and if you have too much excess skin. There are many people doing liposuction including many physicians who are not even surgeons. Seek a consultation from a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with significant experience in liposuction and body contour surgery.

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